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    Sanjusan

    4.4 (336 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating

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    Karaage
    Loungayvan B.

    - Fettuccine pasta was very disappointing. The amount of crab you get for $40+ is shocking and the crab isn't even that flavorful. The noodles have good consistent texture but is overpowered by the butter. The citrus notes and seaweed can't save this dish. Would not order again - Squid ink pasta was the best. A perfected blend of Italian and Japanese culture in one bowl. It consists of a black unique pasta noodle that is easy to eat, strung along with orange clumps of flavor - Mentaiko lumanche pasta was okay, my sister really liked it - The brick-oven Margarita pizza was good, very nice dough texture but the portion could be bigger - Maitake karaage had a good crisp, chewy texture paired with a decent sauce and refreshing seaweed - Gyoza had a neat appearance but nothing special taste-wise, same with the mushroom - I tried their non-alcoholic drinks- Kosho, Royal and Akai Senshi. Both taste good but overpriced for the amount of drink you get. Especially for the Royal, $12 for a small milk tea you is egregious. Even for the Kosho, you get 4 tablespoons worth of juice in a huge wine glass. I'm not a wine lover so I can't really say I enjoyed the Akai drink but if that's part of your palate all I can say is that it tastes like red wine - Service was stellar, they're quick on taking orders and replacing plates/culinary. Staff are all friendly - Interior can be a bit loud and cramped. The narrow hallway design forces the noises of the kitchen and other patrons to condense. The music they play is R&B but the volume could be turned up

    Squid ink pappardelle
    Ally M.

    Such a fun a cozy little spot in the north loop! It's definitely small, but they have a patio outside, and inside is bright with high ceilings. The staff were great, providing recommendations & never making us wait. The food is amazing. Expensive, but amazing. We had the Hiramasa crudo & Duck tataki to start, both super light and refreshing but still very flavorful. Then the chicken skewers & squid ink pappardelle for our mains, both great as well! The portions are small, so keep that in mind. I loved the toasted breadcrumbs on the pasta, it was a fun texture with the al dente noodles. I want to come back to try the pizza!

    Squid ink pasta
    Neha I.

    I liked the maitake karaage and the non alcoholic kosho kola I got! The squid ink pasta was ok for me and the yakitori skewers were really small for the price we paid.

    Jack G.

    Dining here was a sensory delight. The pasta dishes were exquisite, especially the Mentaiko Lumache with pistachios. Our pizzas were excellent; true Napoli style. Being seated at the kitchen counter allowed us to watch the chefs ply their art. That itself was almost as enjoyable as the tasty desserts. Strongly recommend.

    Squid ink pappardelle
    Shell J.

    After great experiences at the other sister restaurants, Kado no Mise, Kaiseki Furukawa, and Gori Gori Peku, I came to Sanjusan with high expectations, and it absolutely delivered. My visit wasn't even planned; it was a weekday evening, fairly full, but I was able to grab a seat at the bar. The staff at and around the bar were incredibly friendly, and they helped me explore a few sake options to pair with the Duck Tataki. That dish was an absolute wow. Duck is notoriously hard to cook well, and I honestly can't name many great duck dishes even in high-end Midwest restaurants. But this one? Perfectly seared, paired with turmeric ponzu, chickpea, and mango, giving it a texture reminiscent of seared tuna but with richer flavor. Truly exceptional. Because the Duck Tataki impressed me so much, I went for a second dish: the ink pasta. Another wow. I've had squid ink pasta before, but never as pappardelle, and I loved how the flavors were layered into the pasta itself. Another strong 5-star dish. Both dishes really showcased Sanjusan's Japanese-Italian fusion at its best. I'll definitely be back--many more times.

    Shelly H.

    Everything about this place was absolutely perfect - the food, the service, and ambience were all 5/5. Pork gyoza with foie gras and wood ear mushrooms was incredible, I could have eaten 20 of them. Duck tataki is a must for duck lovers. Arancini was delicious and gorgeous presentation. We also got the squid pappardelle - amazing. You can't go wrong with anything you order here. Drinks were all beautifully crafted as well. It was the perfect date night and we can't wait to return!

    Marcus O.

    Very unique cuisine of Japanese-Italian fusion in a chic area of North Loop. Standout appetizers -- lamb, which looks like tuna ... so good! The croquette and mushroom kaarage are also very memorable. My pasta was superb, creamy with a bit of heat. Can't say much for the space as we sat outside... but the interior I did see was really cool. Definitely a spot to check out.

    Jeremy S.

    Simpling amazing. We tried a Japanese fusion pizza, the Calabrian. It had a Japanese sausage with Ricatto. The cocktail creations were super delicious.

    Old fashioned
    Laura S.

    I went with a girlfriend at 645 on a Tuesday. This restaurant is very small, so although they do accept walk ins, I would make a reservation to ensure you get a table. Food 5/5: We went in with the concept of sharing and had the old fashioned, pork gyoza, mentaiko lumache pasta and the Isaac Becker pizza. All of our food came at the same time, so if you want things at different times I would be explicit about that. The gyoza was the perfect balance of flavors and I'd absolutely go back for. The pasta was the perfect umami balance and is elevated with the crunch of the pistachio. The pizza was definitely more than MN spicy, so if you're not a spice fan it would be a no go. Overall well balanced, and the pizza crust was light and fluffy! We were all given a zeppole and it was the most amazing mix between warm and cold! Very well balanced. Service: 4/5. We did have to wait a bit for drinks and food. The waitress thoroughly apologized, and overall it wasn't a huge issue because I had a lot to catch up on with my friend. Other than that, the service was great. The waitress explained the menu to us and was otherwise attentive. Ambiance: 4/5. This is a very small space. If you don't like dining close to other people, this would not be your place. We sat at the chefs counter which was fun to see all the food being made. I was sitting next to someone who was left handed, and I'm right handed, and we bumped into each other a few times. He was very friendly, so overall not a big deal. The plus of sitting close, our neighbors didn't finish their dessert and shared with us. The other thing that felt a little misplaced was the paper menus. It felt very cheap for this elevated space in my opinion. Overall the food was absolutely amazing.

    Fettuccine with crab and saffron butter
    Claire L.

    I have been here many times and think the food and service is very good! The miso pesto pizza is genius and one of my favorites but last night I had the fettuccine which is most expensive pasta on their menu clocking at $47. It is worth every bite. Its a sizable portion and did not leave me completely hungry by the end. The sauce is not like an Alfredo but still creamy. It's very light but yet rich with a generous portion of crab that you can taste the sweetness. Their patio is nice and not too noisy. It had really filled up on a Tuesday night, so please make sure to make a reservation!

    Fettuccine Ai Uni
    Jay S.

    Years overdue, but one experience was able to define my entire impression of this establishment because the food was really good. Some of the items in my pictures no longer exist on the menu, but I have faith that whatever they have decided to replace those items with must be great as well. It is also cool to see some of the items that I had in 2021 are still around! I am honestly really happy to see it. Pretty much everything was a hit in my opinion. The A5 wagyu nigiri resulted in one very pleasant bite because the wagyu beef, which was supposed to be fatty in texture, did it work in providing the rice with a rich flavor as well. The panzanella had multiple ingredients such as cucumber, avocado, and serrano pepper, and having a bonito mayo giving it additional flavor made the dish work but in terms of flavor and texture. The stracciatella was interesting because I have never seen salsa verde and wasabi together in one dish, and it tasted pretty good. I wasn't used to it, but I could more than tolerate it for sure. The pork gyoza was really good as well, not only because the wood ear mushrooms provided a layer of texture that the dumpling didn't have, but also because the foie gras provided some richness to the gyoza. In terms of pasta, both the squid ink pappardelle and the fettuccine ai uni were great! The pasta was al dente. There was enough crab and bolognese in the dish. And the pecorino romano cheese in the squid ink pasta provided extra creaminess texture since I mixed it in with the sauce. Both dishes were super solid. It seems like prices have increased drastically since I was last here in 2021, which I understand is because of inflation, but it makes the dishes way less afforable now. The squid ink pasta, which is still on the menu, went from $23 to $32.5, and that's quite a bit. Because of that, I don't think this is one of those places one would visit all the time. For a special occasion, though, based on the food alone, worth it.

    squid ink pappardelle
    Karina P.

    Sanjusan was an INCREDIBLE meal. The cozy, dimly-lit restaurant was pretty crowded on a Saturday night, but the service was great. To start, we got the Rikyu with green tea vodka and the Sanju with sake, both of which were refreshing. For mains, the squid ink pappardelle was INSANE - the pasta was so fresh and the sauce was perfect. Their signature Isaac Becker pizza, with spicy tuna as a topping, was worth the hype; it unexpectedly worked really well. Can't wait to be back.

    Verdi pizza
    Michael K.

    I really enjoyed my dinner at Sanjusan! I'd been dying to try it ever since all of my friends raved about it. I was also intrigued by the Japanese-Italian fusion with serving small plates, pizza, and pasta amid an industrial-chic atmosphere. When we first arrived I didn't realize that they have several floors accessible by elevator, the initial interior on the first floor was a bit smaller than I anticipated. But once we rode the elevator up, a big dining space awaits. We ordered the Verdi pizza (miso pesto, mozzarella, walnuts, and Parmesan) which was excellent. Really great flavor profile and the crust was chefs kiss! For entrees we ordered some pasta dishes, I got the Trattole Fra Diavoli (tomato, basil, anchovy, and Parmesan), I enjoyed this. It wasn't heavy or overpowering on the anchovy and the balance of flavors was quite unique. I could really taste the fusion of Japanese and Italian components. my friend ordered the Mentaiko Lumache (pistachio, basil, toasted nori) and really loved her meal. Wonderful experience all around with immaculate vibes.

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    Food is really good but way too expensive. Will I still come back anyways? Hell yeah.

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